When U.S. Rep. Luis Gutiérrez chose not to seek reelection in 2018, he donated his Congressional archives to Northeastern Illinois University. The Luis V. Gutiérrez Congressional Archives, which contain 41 linear feet of documents, awards, letters and other paraphernalia, is now available for online viewing.

Northeastern Illinois University has awarded tenure and promotions to associate professor to nine members of the faculty, who were introduced during the April 15 Board of Trustees meeting.

On Nov. 18, Northeastern Illinois University’s Board of Trustees approved the renewal and expansion of the NEIU For You scholarship! Plus, NEIU students presented at a national conference, and events for Native American and Indigenous Peoples Heritage Month continue. Read about this and more in the latest edition of Noteworthy at Northeastern. 

Northeastern Illinois University Miguel del Valle (B.A. ’74 Secondary Education-Spanish; M.A. ’77 Guidance and Counseling) with the Distinguished Alumnus Award during the annual Golden Gala and Alumni Awards.

Juneteenth will be added to the Northeastern 2021-2022 holiday schedule. 

It may be summer, but it’s not too early to think about fall registration! Earlier this week Northeastern held a registration event on Main Campus for incoming freshmen. If you or someone you know is thinking about applying to NEIU, there’s still time to do so and take advantage of NEIU For You, a one-time scholarship that covers tuition and mandatory fees for first-year, full-time undergraduates. Plus, Student Counseling Services has tips for journaling to relieve stress. Read about all this and more in this week’s edition of Noteworthy at Northeastern! 

Northeastern Illinois University has a long history of being a welcoming space for all who wish to pursue higher education. In the spirit of that tradition, Northeastern will offer tuition and fee waivers for up to 15 qualified Afghan refugees who settle in Chicago or nearby areas. Read more about this initiative, Stage Center Theatre’s reopening, an alumna named a MacArthur Fellow, Latinx/a/o Heritage Month events, the latest Vaccine Incentive Program and COVID-19 updates and more in this week’s Noteworthy at Northeastern.

Northeastern Illinois University is preparing to welcome students, faculty and staff back to campus for in-person instruction for Fall 2021! Learn about the return to campus plan, Northeastern’s participation in the Puerto Rican People’s Day Parade, and how you can win tickets to Lollapalooza or GrubHub gift cards for getting your COVID-19 vaccination! Plus, Student Counseling Services has self-care tips for caregivers. Read about all this and more in this week’s edition of Noteworthy at Northeastern! 

The Chicago Cancer Health Equity Collaborative (ChicagoCHEC) has announced details for its 6th Annual Community Forum, which will take place virtually from 11 a.m-1:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 23, and Friday, Sept. 24, via Zoom.

As we enter a season of reflection and gratitude, Northeastern Illinois University’s Student Government Association wants to express appreciation for those who make NEIU such a special place to learn and work. CCICS is hosting a Family Night and Open House, Native American and Indigenous Peoples Heritage Month events continue and more updates from around the University can be found in this week’s Noteworthy at Northeastern.